title: Nutritional determinants of bone health.
abstract: Osteoporosis is a major public health problem. The aging population will require vigilant prevention, education, and treatment to maintain bone density and reduce the risk of fractures and falls. Nutritional requirements of elderly persons can have a profound effect on bone health. Calcium, vitamin D, and protein are vital nutrients for optimal bone health. Adequate calcium is essential for bone maintenance. Vitamin D research shows a link between reduced falls and fractures. Related macro- and micronutrients play an important role in bone mass integrity and quality. Adequate nutrition for older adults needs to be encouraged to promote and maintain bone health.
authors.affiliation: Department of Family and Community Health Sciences, Rutgers Cooperative Extension, Rutgers University,New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA. morgan@rce.rutgers.edu
authors.forename: Kathleen T
authors.initials: KT
authors.lastname: Morgan
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D000375:Aging; D015519:Bone Density / Q000187:drug effects; D002136:Calcium, Dietary / Q000008:administration & dosage; D019587:Dietary Supplements; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000517:prevention & control*; D006801:Humans; D018977:Micronutrients / Q000008:administration & dosage; D008875:Middle Aged; D009751:Nutritional Requirements; D010024:Osteoporosis / Q000517:prevention & control*
chemical_list: D002136:Calcium, Dietary; D018977:Micronutrients